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A situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.

An inspection or examination.

Example: I don't know if she will be there, but it's worth a check.

A control; a limit or stop.

Example: The castle moat should hold the enemy in check.

A mark (especially a checkmark: ✓) used as an indicator.

Example: Place a check by the things you have done.

To inspect; to examine.

Example: Check the oil in your car once a month.

To verify the accuracy of a text or translation, usually making some corrections (proofread) or many (copyedit).

(often used with "off") To mark items on a list (with a checkmark or by crossing them out) that have been chosen for keeping or removal or that have been dealt with (for example, completed or verified as correct or satisfactory).

Example: Check off the items that you've checked (inspected).

To control, limit, or halt.

Example: Check your enthusiasm during a negotiation.

(usually pluralized) A pattern made up of a grid of squares of alternating colors; a checkered pattern.

Example: The tablecloth had red and white checks.

Any fabric woven with such a pattern.

To mark with a check pattern.

Divided into small squares by transverse, perpendicular, and horizontal lines.